The Purge
Surviving the night is just the beginning.
Created by James DeMonaco
On USA Network
A tense, violent survival thriller set in a lawless night where multiple characters' fates converge under threat and moral compromise.
Set in a dystopian America ruled by a totalitarian political party, the series follows several seemingly unrelated characters living in a small city. Tying them all together is a mysterious savior who’s impeccably equipped for everything the night throws at them. As the clock winds down with their fates hanging in the balance, each character is forced to reckon with their pasts as they discover how far they will go to survive the night.
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Is The Purge scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 98% of series.
Is The Purge violent? Yes, very. More violent than 98% of series.
Is The Purge easy watching? No. Less comforting than 94% of series.
Does The Purge leave you hopeful? Barely. Less hopeful than 88% of series.
Is The Purge sad? Somewhat. More sad than 66% of series.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
